Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Research Associate. Position type: Full-time Contract Duration:6 month contract with possibility to extend Location: Bothell, WA As a Research Associate you will: Job Description Seeking a Research Associate to participate in the development of drug programs. The successful candidate will design, conduct, and interpret experiments utilizing a diverse array of techniques aimed at discovery and validation of early targets in drug discovery pipeline. Responsibilities: Assist in design and implementation of functional genomics screens (such as CRISPRko) for ADC biology characterization. Maintain, expand, engineer and characterize cell lines. Assist in sequencing library preparation and outsourcing. Process data and present findings to relevant parties. Prepare technical reports to summarize findings. Requirements: BS or MS in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical engineering or related field. 2-4 years of cell culture and molecular biology experience in an academic setting or biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry. Evidence of competency in one or more standard laboratory techniques is required. Experience with cell line engineering and functional genomic screening is preferred. Strong data and time organization/management skills with attention to detail is required. Skills including hands-on cell culture, molecular biology techniques. Experience with CRISPR or next generation sequencing is a plus. Strong data and time organization/management skills with attention to detail with desire to achieve team and individual goals. Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible. We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW. Thank you! Preeti Sehgal preeti.sehgal@innovasolutions.com PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS: Pay Range*: $$37 - $38/hr *Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP). ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields. Recent Recognitions: * One of Largest IT Consulting Staffing firms in the USA - Recognized as #4 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA 2022) * ClearlyRated® Client Diamond Award Winner (2020) * One of the Largest Certified MBE Companies in the NMSDC Network (2022) * Advanced Tier Services partner with AWS and Gold with MS Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/ Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all e To view the full job description,